Posted by Cadet Devon Collins (Security Officer) in Counsellors office - Cadet Collins check in

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Janusz Korczak (Counselor) in Counsellors office - Cadet Collins check in

Posted by Captain Emmeline Davis (Commanding Officer) in Counsellors office - Cadet Collins check in
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It had been awhile since Cadet Devon Collins had had to have visited with a counselor. He wasn’t really expecting anything strange, though he was curious as to how this new Counselor and Devon would get along. He hasn’t always gotten along with them, especially his counselor back at Mount Royal. Just because he went to the same school as Devon’s parents. That always made it more difficult. And of course, Devon wasn’t near their levels of genius, although he was respectably smart in his own right. In any case, now was his opportunity to move forward with his first posting. He was excited, and ready to get through this last report before starting his first duty tour. Stepping forward, he prepares to meet with the counselor.

A bubbly blonde cadet in the teal of medical perked up as the cadet entered the counselor’s office. “Hi there! Commander Korczak is with another patient right now, but feel free to make yourself comfortable as you wait. I’m Cadet Bubbles, welcome to the Challenger!”

Cadet Bubbles
“Thank you Cadet Bubbles, it’s nice to meet you.” He smiled at her, and then slowly moved around the office, enjoying the decorations. It always interested Devon to see the different style’s found in someone’s workspace. He wondered how much of this was Commander Korczak’s and how much was the friendly assistant Cadet Bubbles’? “Thank you for the welcome. To be honest, I’m a little nervous, this is my first posting. Any advice you can give a new shipmate?” He smiled once more, happy to just be talking to someone.

The cadet gave Collins a friendly smile. “Get to know the people around you… they make it all worth it” she commented. “Can I get you something to drink while you’re waiting to see the counselor?”

Cadet Bubbles

“Just a water, please.” Finding a seat, he sat down and cleared his throat. “So tell me, how long has Challenger been commissioned? It’s always fascinated me that there are some ships that actually operate as part of star fleet, but are still connected to the academy. ” He left that thought open to see where she would go with it, he was always interested in hearing more about others and their thoughts than he was sharing his own.

Cut. Devon Collins, security

Bubbles laughed softly as she got the water for Collins and a some sort of neon red bubbly drink for herself. She took a sip and a delighted look came over her face, so whatever it was, it must have been tasty. “The Challenger has been commissioned when you were a child, likely,” she finally replied, unable to hold back a giggle. “She’s been around for a long time, but Starfleet keeps her fresh for us to practice our skills on before we get assigned to a mainstream ship.” Luckily for Collins, Bubbles was more than happy to share her own thoughts in this casual situation. “I’m enjoying the chance although I haven’t been aboard long. Commander Korczak is such an amazing mentor…” her voice trailed off as she blushed lightly. “He’s pretty easy on the eyes too.” She punctuated her last comment with another giggle and a sip of her bubbly drink. “How did you end up in Starfleet?”

Cadet Bubbles

At that time, the doors opened and a Betazoid male stepped through and turned to face a figure behind him. “Thank you, sir. I will work on that. See you next week.” and then moved to depart the office.

Standing in the door to the inner office was a human male in the blue uniform of Science and Medical. He was… unimpressive looking to everyone, except Cadet Bubbles, apparently. Of average height and slight build, his brown hair and eyes were unremarkable. What was remarkable were the actual pair of glasses perched on his nose. “Ms. Bubbles, please make sure Ensign Gron returns next week at the usual time.” he said, his accent a startling combination of multiple accents all vying for control. But his speech was clear and concise. Looking at Collins, he said “Cadet, if you will kindly give me a moment, I’ll be with you shortly.” and he nodded and stepped back into his office and let the door close.

Korczak, CNS

He nodded at Commander Korczak, and smiled as the door closed. Looking back at Bubbles, “Well cadet, looks like we have a bit. As for me signing up for Starfleet, it was a no brainer really. I thought of so many different ways I could stand out from the rest of my family, and this was the best option. That, and I’ve always wanted to explore the wider universe. I grew up in a fairly small community, and it seemed like my life was all mapped out for me. Only problem is, no one ever asked for my opinion.” He chuckled a little. Sitting back down, and enjoying the ice cold water, he stated “And I haven’t had any regrets at all. I feel, well, I feel like I’ve come home. I can’t wait until I get to my assigned ship after I graduate, and make a name for myself. Heck, maybe even a Captain some day…” Grinning, he looks back at her again. “But enough about me, what about you, what brought you to Starfleet?”

Cadet Devon Collins, Security